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Professor Bruce Morland is a recently retired paediatric oncologist from Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Here, he tells us about his work as a chief investigator on a global clinical trial.

Saskia Wells was diagnosed with a brain tumour, aged 16. Now 18, she tells us about being one of the first patients in the UK to receive one-to-one exercise therapy support through the Active Hospitals project, funded by Public Health England and Sport England, at Sheffield Children’s Hospital.

As part of Cat Macleod’s role as a Young Lives vs Cancer social worker, she helps families plan and access trips and holidays while their child is on treatment. She explains the positive impact these breaks can have, and things to consider beforehand.

Dr Amandeep Samrai, Consultant Clinical Psychologist in Paediatric Oncology at Nottingham Children’s Hospital, writes on the impact that a childhood cancer diagnosis can have on emotional health and wellbeing. She offers tips on self-care and coping strategies, and explains where to access support.

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‘Make a Move!’ is a dedicated sports and activities day organised for children and young people who have been treated for cancer and blood disorders, under the care of Bristol Children’s Hospital. Kate Millar, paediatric physiotherapist at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, tells us more.

60 seconds with Abu Sidhanee, children's physiotherapist and CCLG member

Dr Bob Philips,Senior Academic Consultant at The University of York, Consultant Paediatric Oncologist at Leeds Children’s Hospital and CCLG member

Kat Earley's son Cohen was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, aged four. She writes about how staying active wherever possible played a crucial role in his wellbeing both during and after treatment.

When Beth Kellie’s son Kai was diagnosed with leukaemia, she struggled to maintain her mental and physical health while adjusting to life during his treatment. She writes on how she learnt to look after her own wellbeing and the importance of doing so.